Our attorneys are experienced in both private construction contracts and public works
construction contracts. Our public works experience ranges from Miller Act claims to school
construction projects, city construction projects, and Caltrans construction projects. Our private
construction experience includes residential and commercial construction disputes. The Firm has
developed a network of industry leading experts to assist in prosecuting or defending any type of
construction claim.

We have extensive experience in the following areas:

Private and Public Works

Breach of Contract

Bid Disputes and Protests

Commercial Leases and Contracts

Extra Work/Change Orders and Documentation

Construction Schedule Claims (Acceleration, Delay, Disruption)

Construction Defect

Differing Site Condition

Liquidated Damages Clauses

Mechanics’ Liens

Miller Act

Residential Leases and Contracts

Stop Notices

Subcontractor Substitution

Payment, Performance, License Bond Claims

Business Litigation

The Smith Litigation Firm represents a variety of industries ranging from biotech companies to
construction companies in all levels of state and federal courts throughout California. The Firm
handles a wide range of business disputes including: